Guinness World Records has officially confirmed Nigerian pool enthusiast Shehu Bamidele, as the new world record holder for the Longest Marathon Playing Pool (Individual). The recognition follows his successful completion of an impressive 98 hours, 26 minutes and 37 seconds of continuous play in Lagos on September 2nd, 2025.
The attempt was conducted under the strict supervision of Guinness World Records, adhering to all required guidelines, including continuous play protocols, mandatory rest breaks, professional adjudication and full video documentation.
Bamidele’s record-setting feat took place during POOL FEST NAIJA 2025, a major sports and entertainment event that drew notable personalities from across Nigeria’s sports, music and youth culture sectors. Organisers described the achievement as a defining moment for cue sports in the country, marking a significant step in promoting the discipline to a wider audience.
With the validation now complete, Bamidele becomes the latest Nigerian to join the global list of Guinness World Record holders, further enhancing the country’s visibility on the international sporting stage. The accomplishment is also expected to provide motivation for emerging players and enthusiasts across Africa’s growing cue sports community.
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